Archive: this article previews an event advertised for 10 March 2023.
Chatsworth announced a celebration of Derbyshire women for International Women’s Day, scheduled for 10 March 2023.
The programme, curated by Theresa Peltier before she became High Sheriff of Derbyshire, advertised talks and performances by women including Elizabeth Fothergill, Carol Fieldhouse, Seni Seneviratne, Sue Allanson, Gill Hart and Alice Martin.
The event was intended to share stories and experiences. Peltier became Derbyshire’s first Black High Sheriff in April 2023.
Theresa Peltier said: “There are so many creative and innovative women doing so many wonderful things across Derbyshire and I thought it could be really inspiring to bring them together for International Women’s Day. It’s an informal drop-in event and a great opportunity to meet, encourage and talk to each other about our experiences and challenges. I want to encourage as many women as possible to come along – we’ve a really diverse group of people appearing at this event with some fascinating stories to tell.”
Theresa Peltier retired as the Head of Equality for Derbyshire Police in December 2019, having spent 27 years in policing. Her role enabled her to work with the Home Office, National Police Chiefs’ Council, Equality and Human Rights Commission, the College of Policing and national staff associations as well as becoming Vice-President of the National Black Police Association.
She continued: “I’m taking up my post from 5th April and I’m particularly proud to do so as Derbyshire’s first black High Sheriff in the year of the 75th anniversary of HMT Empire Windrush docking at Tilbury. I’ll be doing my best to shine a light on the achievements and contributions to our society made by women and other groups that are sometimes overlooked.”
Lord Burlington, Chairman of the Chatsworth House Trust, said: “I’m delighted to support Theresa with this event to celebrate International Women’s Day. She has drawn on her extensive knowledge from her roles in policing, equality and human rights to bring together women and organisations from across Derbyshire to create what I know will be an inspiring day for all to enjoy.”
The 2023 preview also mentioned projects relating to the Windrush Generation and contributions from organisations including Women’s Work and Adoption East Midlands.
The event was advertised for the Hartington and Burlington Rooms at the Stables, with talks exploring the lives of Duchess Georgiana and Bess of Hardwick.
Gill Hart’s announced talk, “Pieces of a Woman”, explored representations of Duchess Georgiana by male and female artists.
Alice Martin’s announced talk, “What’s in a Name”, explored how language and storytelling about Bess of Hardwick had changed over time.
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